The Kashmir Great Lakes Trek is a stunning and popular trekking route in the Indian Himalayas. It takes you through breathtaking alpine landscapes, pristine lakes, and majestic mountains. To ensure a safe and enjoyable trekking experience, here are some essentials you should consider for the Kashmir Great Lakes Trek:

Basic:
Backpack (Rucksack) with rain cover : 
50-60 ltr with comfortable shoulder straps.
Day pack with rain cover :  20-30 ltr
Walking stick :  Advisable (At least one)
Water bottle :  1 bottle of one litre
Thermos flask :  Carry at least 1 thermos flask
Personal Medical Kit : paracetamol, volini spray/moov spray etc
Snacks :  Dry fruits, Energy bars, Chocolates
Slippers
Lunch Box
Some cash

Personal Utilities:
Face wash 
Sunscreen cream 
Moisturizer
Toothbrush and Toothpaste 
Lip balm
Toilet paper and Wipes
Sanitizer
Quick dry towel

Foot Gears:
Trekking Shoes :  
1 pair(Waterproof, high ankle with good grip)
Floaters :  1 pair
Cotton Socks :  2-3 pairs
Woolen Socks :  2-3 pairs

Head Gears:
Head Torch :  1 Nos. (Avoid hand torch)
Woolen Cap :  1 Nos.
Day Cap :  1
Balaclava :  1 Nos.(Optional)
Neck-gaiters :  1 Nos.
Sunglass :  Dark with side cover, it should be u/v protected

Clothes:
T-Shirts :  
5-6 Full sleeves(Non-cotton)
Fleece T-shirts :  1 Nos.
Fleece Jacket :  1 Nos. (Alternative – a woolen sweater)
Hollofil Jacket :  1 Nos.
Wind and waterproof(Jacket and pant) :  1 pair
Trek Pants :  2-3 Synthetic (Avoid shorts, fitting denims, capris)
Fleece/Woolen gloves :  1 pair
Poncho/Rain Coat :  1 Nos.

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